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River Wells

River Wells

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

River Wells is a sports journalist from St. Petersburg, Florida, who has covered the Tampa Bay Buccaneers since 2023. He graduated with a journalism degree from the University of Florida in 2021. You can follow him on Twitter @riverhwells.

Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles watches play against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Will the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Make the Playoffs in 2024?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have some work to do if they want to best the Atlanta Falcons and win the NFC South — or squeak in as a Wild Card bid.

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Nov 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) runs with the ball against the San Francisco 49ers in the fourth quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Ex-Bucs Super Bowl QB Confident Baker Mayfield Can Bring Another Championship to Tampa Bay

A Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback thinks very highly of Baker Mayfield.

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Feb 4, 2021; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (35) against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cornerback Remembers 'Same Conversation' After 2020 Bye Week

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are no strangers to big runs after the bye week.

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Sep 8, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers center Graham Barton (62) lines up against the Washington Commanders in the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Stat Shows How Good Bucs Offensive Line Has Been in Passing Game Through Week 11

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have done a great job protecting quarterback Baker Mayfield.

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Oct 27, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; a pass to Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Sterling Shepard (17) goes out of reach against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Playoff Prediction Model Has Buccaneers at Higher Playoff Chance Than Falcons

Could the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a smoother road to the playoffs than the Atlanta Falcons?

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Oct 23, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Mike Edwards (32) before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
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Returning Buccaneers Safety Mike Edwards Happy to Be Home in Tampa Bay

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reuniting with an old friend in Mike Edwards, and he was excited to return to his former stomping grounds.

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Nov 17, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Brief Atlanta Falcons Slide Keeps Tampa Bay Buccaneers in NFC South Hunt

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may have life yet in the NFC South.

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Oct 23, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (35) on the field in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Starting Defender Designated to Return From IR

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could see a crucial starter back in the lineup in Week 12 if Jamel Dean makes his return.

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Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) runs with the ball against the New York Jets during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Daniel Jones Benched Ahead of Buccaneers-Giants Game, Backup QB Will Start

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will not be facing Daniel Jones when they play the New York Giants on Sunday. Instead, they'll go up against QB Tommy DeVito.

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Nov 10, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) calls a play in the huddle against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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3 NFL Games to Watch While the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Are on Bye in Week 11

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans should keep a close eye on the Atlanta Falcons, San Francisco 49ers and more.

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Jan 9, 2023; Inglewood, CA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Tykee Smith (23) against the TCU Horned Frogs during the CFP national championship game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers DB Returns to College Stadium for Georgia-Tennessee Game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Tykee Smith was back between the hedges on Saturday.

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Nov 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) greets Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) after a game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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ESPN's FPI Shows Just How Hard Buccaneers Schedule Has Been So Far

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have battled with some of the NFL's toughest opponents.

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